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60 babysitters are listed in Westchester, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 5 years
Babysitters in Westchester, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 25-year-old that works at a hospital. I'm a reliable, caring, patience and empathy for others and their feelings. I like to take kids outside to do activities that involve exploration and discovery and allow kids to express themselves in an open environment. I have 6 years of babysitting experience including working at...
Peace can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Peace was reliable, hands on and very patient with my 2yr old. 10/10
"
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Ajah F.
Stone Park, IL
$24-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
4.3
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone!! My name is Ajah I am currently a substitute teacher looking for secondary work. I make my own hours for my primary job so I will adjust to you. I have been professionally sitting/teaching for 4 years. If you have any questions about my schedule, work history, or even just to get to know me more don't be afraid to...
Ajah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
3.0
"While Ajah was one of the coolest people I've met in quite some time, she wasn't the right fit for our family. Ajah was generally on time, and never called out sick so in that way she was dependable. However, it was on a day by day basis as to what you were going...
Stephanie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have roughly 4 years of experience with watching after children. I can help with picking up or dropping off places. I am able to help with homework, chores, errands, and any other things you may need. I'm a junior in college with a major in early childhood education. I love to be around children, they make me feel happy...
Charleton can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Fantastic nanny and caregiver. Gives her full attention to the ones in her care, bringing things for projects and activities. Excellent at providing and enforcing structure. Totally dependable and amazing with my daughter. Would recommend 100%"
Aaron N.
Cami B.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!
5.0
(1)
28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General Studies, over 100 credits of Psychology courses. I worked as an...
Cami can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"
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Lisbeth D.
Elmwood Park, IL
$20/hr • 15 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have raised two great kids of my own, ages 24 and 29. My daughter currently works in the tradeshow industry and my son has a career in law enforcement. I am a nurturing, compassionate, kind and patient person with 14 years experience caring for children from infant to 12 years old. I am fully vaccinated and boosted, as well as...
Lisbeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Liz is awesome! She has babysat our 18 mo old frequently for the last 8 months and she is great. She is always on time, cleans up well, and most importantly our daughter loves her! Liz being a successful Mom herself is something we also really valued, she has way...
JD M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey I'm currently a infant lead teacher over at a academy. I love children and I am very patient
Vernisha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is amazing and such a sweet person"
Shamirah J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Family,
I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences:
More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair)
- Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association).
- Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD).
- Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend"
Julie C.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Kaylee & I'm currently living in Lincoln Park & work in marketing full time. Before starting that career, I was a nanny for a family from the time the kids were 6 months and 2 years up until they were 4 and 6. I have been on Care for a year now and have worked with families long term that are away for the...
Kaylee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kaylee was great - sociable, reliable, timely and took great care of our 18 month old daughter. We would highly recommend!"
Andrew P.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for years. I have a great deal of experience with ages 3-12. I have also babysat for twins. I like to teach children new things like music and take them on field trips. I am also a personal tutor and I have tutored all of my clients. In addition to these things, I have helped to homeschool...
Khadijah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently no longer available. If my availability changes I will post it here.
Thank you for your interest.
Rebecca can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Rebecca is so great - she watched my two boys, 4yo and 12-18mos on Fridays in our home. We have 'spirited' kiddos and she was always patient, nurturing, fun and aligned w our rules and parenting style. She thought of fun crafts and games and lots of reading. Trips...
Kat M.
Kadrisha G.
Willowbrook, IL
$25/hr • 17 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Kadrisha and I'm 49years old. I am a mother of 6 children, ages 16 to 26, and I'm a grandmother to the sweetest 5-year-old grandson. I have 17 years of paid childcare experience. Some of my best qualities are that I am super friendly, trustworthy, patient, and most importantly, I adore kids! I enjoy spending...
Kadrisha can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very caring, and loving by nature. She is more than a babysitter, she a family. She was always on time, very respectful, always followed our rules with the kids. The kids adored her. "
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Rea M.
Westmont, IL
$11/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Rea. A Certified Nursing Assistant. With an extensive background in babysitting for children of all ages coupled with my experience in being a camp counselor before on our church and my fun-loving and caring personality. I am confident that I can provide excellent childcare to your family. From preparing healthy snacks...
Rea can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Rea for our 1 1/2 year old! She watches our daughter regularly 2-3 days a week & is so flexible & easy to work with. Our schedules are inconsistent & Rea always is understanding. She has a great set up at her home, provides food &...
Gwen O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lindsay a mother of 2 beautiful girls under 5 and one handsome baby boy. I've found care. com when I was in a hunt for a more flexible schedule. I've had a passion for nurturing young minds, which led me to become a childcare provider. With over three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for...
Lindsay can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"Lindsay is excellent - highly recommend! We needed backup care for our 2 year old son, and she was quick to reply and flexible with her hours. Lindsay is a warm, genuine, patient, fun caregiver. She also has experience in childcare and is a mother of 2 young...
Jessica C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a dedicated professional nanny with 6 years of experience in caring for children of all ages. Currently, I'm working with a wonderful family, but I'm available for extra hours on Fridays.
I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I strive to create a fun and...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natalie came to work as a nanny with our family of 3 boys ages 6, 3, and 10 months during the COVID19 pandemic. She worked as a tutor for my kindergartener while also caring for the two younger boys. She is timely, responsible, and professional. One of my favorite...
Leora M.
Monica D.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Monica. I am a mother to one beautiful child. I have been working with children for almost 5 years and love it. I have worked in a daycare for three years. I've also worked with all ages and can help wherever needed. I am currently a preschool teacher as well. I have my CPR training as well as other training and...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Monica is an excellent baby sister!! My son loves her & she is very respectful & reliable. "
Care member
Lekayla H.
Broadview, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Le'Kayla. I am 24 years old. I am a recent grad from Columbia College Chicago. I currently serve at my church as the youth music leader. I've been serving there since I was 16 years old. I became a babysitter at the age of 14 or 15 years old. It started as a family business and grew into a passion of mine. I...
Sandra B.
Chicago, IL
$26/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! my name is Sandra, and I'm 31 years old. Currently working in a specialty dental office as a dental assistant from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Park Ridge area. throughout my career , I get renewal for CPR certified and first aid. I'm also a bilingual speaker: English & Spanish. I have my own transportation with valid drives...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"If you need a great, reliable, caring sitter, look no further than Sandra. She is super transparent and accommodating, and our kids seem to have bonded with her right away. Sandra even got through to our youngest, who can be a real tough nut to crack. She's the...
Jane P.
Taylor M.
Elmwood Park, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a very experienced caregiver who enjoys loving on little ones. I am an active, fun, and engaging sitter who would be honored to have the opportunity to provide care for your family. I have a plethora of child care experience as a gymnastics coach to an ABA therapist for kiddos diagnosed with Autism. I am adaptable to...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Taylor was the first sitter we hired when we were new to the Cool Springs area. She was very personable, energetic, and easy to talk to. She was playful and engaging with our 3 year old. She had previous infant experience, so I am confident leaving her with our 6...
Molly H.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 53 years old. I raised 2 children, so I have a lot of experience with small kids and teenagers. I have a Bachelor's degree in history from a well-known university in Poland. I prefer that kids don't watch TV or play computer games too much. I think that more educational experience, like reading, studying history, geography,...
Grazyna can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Grace was helping us with our 1.5 year toddler part time when our second baby was just born, and we also contact Grace when we need a backup! She did an amazing job for our girl, she is able to get her very interested in a play so our girl who always get dramatic...
Karina M.
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Nina. I am 21 years old, and am looking for a job as a nanny/ babysitter this summer. I am a rising senior at Marquette University this fall studying speech pathology and audiology. I love spending time with children of all ages, and grew up with three siblings so I know how to handle the chaos. The last few...
Nina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"We have used Nina many times to babysit our two kids. They are now 2 and 4 years old and she has watched them since my youngest was a baby. The kids love her and ask about her all the time. She is dependable and extremely responsible. If we had a need we would hire...
Bridget P.
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Westchester, IL
Peace P.
5.0
Peace came through for me in a time of need to drop my son off at school, providing punctual and reliable transportation. She sent many pictures during the journey, which helped ease my anxiety as a parent. Additionally, she was very friendly and kind, making both myself and my son feel comfortable...
- Precious T.
Ajah F.
3.0
While Ajah was one of the coolest people I've met in quite some time, she wasn't the right fit for our family. Ajah was generally on time, and never called out sick so in that way she was dependable. However, it was on a day by day basis as to what you were going to get when she arrived. Sometimes...
- Stephanie W.
Charleton K.
5.0
Fantastic nanny and caregiver. Gives her full attention to the ones in her care, bringing things for projects and activities. Excellent at providing and enforcing structure. Totally dependable and amazing with my daughter. Would recommend 100%
- Aaron N.
Cami B.
5.0
Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++
- Care member
Lisbeth D.
5.0
Liz is absolutely incredible. She worked as a full-time nanny for our now one year-old and could not have been more fantastic. She was completely reliable, kind, and warm. She treated our daughter like her own. She is reliable and trustworthy and exactly who you would hope to find to take care of...
- Kelsey B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Westchester, IL:
How can I find a Westchester babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Westchester, IL can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 9 babysitters in Westchester, IL on Care.com, with an average rating of 1.0. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Westchester, IL?
The average rate for Westchester, IL babysitters on Care.com is $18.33 per hour as of March 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Westchester, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Westchester, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.